Philips PerfectCare Performer GC8700 Series User manual

GC8700 series

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English 
“ürkçe 
 
 

English
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to Philips “o fully benefit
from the support that Philips offers register your product at
wwwphilipscomwelcome
Read this user manual the important information leaflet and the quick start
guide carefully before you use the appliance Save them for future
reference
Exclusive technology from Philips
OptimalTemp technology
“he Optimal“emp technology enables you to iron all types of ironable
fabrics in any order without adjusting the iron temperature and without
sorting your garments
It is safe to just rest the hot soleplate directly on the ironing board without
putting back to the iron platform “his will help reduce the stress on your
wrist
“his iron has been approved by “he Woolmark Company Pty Ltd for the
ironing of woolonly products provided that the garments are ironed
according to the instructions on the garment label and those issued by the
manufacturer of this iron R In the United Kingdom Eire Hong Kong
and India the Woolmark trademark is a certification trademark
Compact ProVelocity Technology
“his technology delivers continuous steam that penetrates deeply to
remove creases easily t the same time it keeps the appliance more
compact and lighter than traditional steam generators for easier storage
Product overview 5ig 
 Water supply hose
 Steam triggerSteam boost
 Iron ready light
 Soleplate
 Iron platform
 Carry lock release button
 Detachable water tank
 Water supply hose storage compartment
 Mains cord with plug
 CLCCLEN button with light
English

 Onoff button with poweron light and autooff light
 ECO button with light
 Smart CalcClean container
Preparing for use
Type of water to use
“his appliance has been designed to be used with tap water However if
you live in an area with hard water fast scale buildup may occur
“herefore it is recommended to use distilled or demineralized water to
prolong the lifetime of the appliance
Warning Do not use perfumed water water from the tumble
dryer vinegar starch descaling agents ironing aids chemically
descaled water or other chemicals as they may cause water
spitting brown staining or damage to your appliance
Filling the water tank
5ill the water tank before every use or when the water level in the water
tank drops below the minimum level You can refill the water tank at any
time during use
Remove the water tank from the base
5ill the water tank up to the MX indication

English

Put the water tank back into the appliance by fitting the bottom part into
the appliance first
Push in the top part of the water tank until it locks into place click
Using the appliance
Ironable fabrics
Do not iron nonironable fabrics
5abrics with these symbols are ironable for example linen cotton
polyester silk wool viscose and rayon
5abrics with this symbol are not ironable “hese fabrics include synthetic
fabrics such as Spandex or elastane Spandexmixed fabrics and polyolefins
eg polypropylene Prints on garments are not ironable either
Ironing
Place the steam generator on a stable and even surface
Note In order to ensure safe ironing we recommend to always place the
base on a stable ironing board
Make sure that there is enough water in the water tank
English

Put the mains plug in an earthed wall socket and press the onoff button
to switch on the steam generator Wait until the iron ready light lights up
continuously “his takes approx  minutes
Remove the water supply hose from the water supply hose storage
compartment
Press the carry lock release button to unlock the iron from the iron
platform
Press and hold the steam trigger to start ironing
Warning Never direct steam at people
5or best ironing results after ironing with steam perform the last strokes
without steam
Note When you use the appliance for the first time it may take  seconds
for steam to come out of the appliance
Note “he pump is activated each time you press the steam trigger It
produces subtle rattling sound which is normal When there is no water in
the water tank the pump sound is louder 5ill up the water tank with water
when the water level drops below the minimum level
5or more powerful steam you can use the “URBO steam mode which is
safe on all ironable fabrics
5or fabrics such as cotton jeans and linen you are recommended to use the
“URBO steam mode
Press and hold the onoff button for  seconds until the light turns white
“o deactivate the “URBO mode press and hold the onoff button for 
seconds again until the light turns blue
Steam boost function
Use the steam boost function to remove stubborn creases

English

2x
Press the steam trigger twice quickly
Vertical ironing
Warning Hot steam is emitted from the iron Never attempt to
remove wrinkles from a garment while someone is wearing it Do
not apply steam near your or someone elses hand
You can use the steam iron in vertical position to remove wrinkles from
hanging fabrics
Hold the iron in vertical position press the steam trigger and touch the
garment lightly with the soleplate and move the iron up and down
Safe rest
Resting the iron while rearranging your garment
While rearranging your garment you can rest the iron either on the iron
platform or horizontally on the ironing board “he Optimal“emp technology
ensures the soleplate will not damage the ironing board cover
 English

Energy saving
Eco mode
By using the ECO mode reduced amount of steam you can save energy
without compromising on the ironing result
“o activate the ECO mode press the ECO button “he green ECO light
goes on
“o deactivate the ECO mode press the ECO button again “he green
ECO light goes out
Safety autooff mode specific types only
“o save energy the appliance switches off automatically when it has not
been used for  minutes “he autooff light in the onoff button starts to
flash
“o activate the appliance again press the onoff button “he appliance
then starts to heat up again
Warning Never leave the appliance unattended when it is
connected to the mains lways unplug the appliance after use
Cleaning and maintenance
Smart CalcClean System
Your appliance has been designed with a Smart CalcClean system to
ensure that descaling and cleaning is done regularly “his helps to maintain
a strong steam performance and prevents dirt and stains coming out of the
soleplate over time “o ensure that the cleaning process is performed the
steam generator gives regular reminders
Sound and light CalcClean reminder
fter  to  months of use the CalcClean light starts flashing and the
appliance starts beeping to indicate that you have to perform the Calc
Clean process

English

Besides that a second defense step to protect the steam generator from
scale is integrated the steam function gets disabled if descaling is not done
fter descaling is done the steam function will be restored “his takes place
regardless of the type of water used
Note “he CalcClean process can be performed at any time even when the
sound and light reminder is not activated yet
Performing the CalcClean process with the CalcClean
container
Warning Do not leave the appliance unattended during the Calc
Clean process
Caution lways perform the CalcClean process with the CalcClean
container Do not interrupt the process by lifting the iron up from the
CalcClean container as hot water and steam will come out of the
soleplate
5ill up the water tank halfway
Note Make sure that the appliance is plugged in and switched ON during
the CalcClean process
Place the CalcClean container on the ironing board or any other even
stable surface
Place the iron stably on the CalcClean container
 English

2 sec.
Press and hold the CLCCLEN button for  seconds until you hear
short beeps
Note “he CalcClean container has been designed to collect scale
particles and hot water during the CalcClean process It is perfectly safe
to rest the iron on this container during the entire process
2 min.
During the CalcClean process you hear short beeps and a pumping
sound
Wait approximately  minutes for the appliance to complete the process
When the CalcClean process is completed the iron stops beeping and
the CLCCLEN light stops flashing
Wipe the iron with a piece of cloth and put it back on the base station
Caution The iron is hot
s the CalcClean container becomes hot during the CalcClean process
wait approx  minutes before you touch it “hen carry the CalcClean
container to the sink empty it and store it for future use
If necessary you can repeat steps  to  Make sure that you empty the
CalcClean container before you start the CalcClean process
Note During the CalcClean process clean water may come out of the
soleplate if no scale has accumulated inside the iron “his is normal
5or more information on how to carry out the CalcClean process refer to
the videos in this link httpwwwphilipscomdescalingiron

English

Cleaning the soleplate
“o properly maintain your appliance clean it regularly
Clean the appliance with a moist cloth
“o easily and effectively remove stains let the soleplate heat up and
move the iron over a moist cloth
“ip Clean the soleplate regularly to ensure smooth gliding
Storage
Switch off the steam generator and unplug it
Pour the water out of the water tank into the sink
5old the water supply hose Wind the water supply hose inside the water
supply hose storage compartment and secure it inside the storage hook
5old the mains cord and fasten it with the Velcro strip
 English

Push the carry lock release button to lock the iron onto the iron platform
You can carry the appliance with one hand by the handle of the iron
when the iron is locked on the iron platform
Troubleshooting
“his chapter summarizes the most common problems you could encounter
with the appliance If you are unable to solve the problem with the
information below visit wwwphilipscomsupport for a list of frequently
asked questions or contact the Consumer Care Center in your country
Problem Possible cause Solution
“he iron does not
produce any steam
“here is not enough water in
the water tank
5ill the water tank beyond the MIN
indication Press and hold the steam trigger
until steam comes out It may take up to 
seconds until steam comes out
You did not press the steam
trigger
Press and hold the steam trigger until steam
comes out
“he steam function has
been disabled until you
have performed the Calc
Clean process
Perform the CalcClean process to restore
the steam function see chapter  Cleaning
and maintenance
“he water tank is not placed
in the appliance properly
5it the water tank back into the appliance
firmly click
t the start of your ironing
session the steam trigger
has not been pressed long
enough
Press and hold the steam trigger until steam
comes out It may take up to  seconds
until steam comes out
“he light of the CLC
CLEN button flashes
and the appliance beeps
“his is the CalcClean
reminder
Perform the CalcClean after the Calc
Clean reminder is given see chapter
Cleaning and maintenance

English

Problem Possible cause Solution
No steam comes out of
the soleplate the light of
the CLCCLEN button
flashes and the appliance
beeps
You have not done or have
not completed the Calc
Clean process
Perform the CalcClean process to enable
the steam function again see chapter
Cleaning and maintenance
“he appliance has
switched off
“he safety autooff function
is activated automatically
when the appliance has not
been used for more than 
minutes
“o activate the appliance again press the
onoff button “he appliance then starts to
heat up again
“he appliance produces
a loud pumping sound
“he water tank is empty 5ill the water tank with water and press the
steam trigger until the pumping sound
becomes softer and steam comes out of the
soleplate
Water droplets come out
of the soleplate
fter the CalcClean process
remaining water may drip
out of the soleplate
Wipe the soleplate dry with a piece of cloth
If the CalcClean light still flashes and the
appliance still beeps perform the Calc
Clean process see chapter Cleaning and
maintenance
“he CalcClean process has
not been completed
You have to perform the CalcClean
process again see chapter Cleaning and
maintenance
Steam condenses into water
in the hose when you use
steam for the first time or
have not used it for a long
time
“his is normal Hold the iron away from the
garment and press the steam triggerWait
until steam instead of water comes out of
the soleplate
Dirty water and impurities
come out of the
soleplate
Impurities or chemicals
present in the water have
deposited in the steam vents
andor soleplate
Perform the CalcClean process regularly
see chapter Cleaning and maintenance
Water flushes out of the
soleplate
You have accidentally
started the CalcClean
process see chapter
Cleaning and
maintenance
Switch off the appliance “hen switch it
back on again Let the iron heat up until the
iron ready light lights up steadily
“he CalcClean process
does not start
You have not pressed the
CLCCLEN button for 
seconds until the appliance
started beeping
See chapter Cleaning and maintenance
“he iron leaves a shine or
an imprint on the
garment
“he surface to be ironed was
uneven for instance
because you were ironing
over a seam or a fold in the
garment
PerfectCare is safe on all garments “he
shine or imprint is not permanent and will
come off if you wash the garmentvoid
ironing over seams or folds or you can place
a cotton cloth over the area to be ironed to
avoid imprints
 English

Problem Possible cause Solution
“here was not enough felt in
the ironing board cover
Put an extra layer of felt material under the
ironing board cover
“he ironing board cover
becomes wet or there
are water droplets on the
floorgarment
Steam has condensed on
the ironing board cover after
a long ironing session
Replace the ironing board cover if the foam
or felt material has worn out You can also
add an extra layer of felt material under the
ironing board cover to prevent
condensation on the ironing board
You have an ironing board
that is not designed to cope
with the high steam rate of
the appliance
Put an extra layer of felt material under the
ironing board cover to prevent
condensation on the ironing board

English

“ürkçe
6iriş
Ürünümüzü satın aldığınız için teşekkür ederiz Philipse hoş geldiniz
Philipsin sunduğu destekten tam olarak yararlanmak için ürününüzü
wwwphilipscomwelcome adresinden kaydettirin
Cihazı kullanmadan önce bu kullanım kılavuzunu önemli bilgiler broşürünü
ve hızlı başlangıç kılavuzunu dikkatle okuyun Bunları gelecekte başvurmak
üzere saklayın
Philipsten benzersiz teknoloji
kıllı Çip teknolojisi
kıllı Çip teknolojisi ütü sıcaklığını ayarlamaya veya giysilerinizi ayırmaya
gerek kalmadan ütülenebilir her tür kumaşı istediğiniz sırayla
ütüleyebilmenizi sağlar
Ütü platformunu tekrar takmadan sıcak tabanı doğrudan ütü masası
üzerinde bırakmak güvenlidir Bu bileğinizdeki gerginliğin azalmasına
yardımcı olacaktır
6iysilerin etiketlerinde belirtilen ve bu ütünün üreticisi tarafından verilen
talimatlara uygun şekilde ütülenmesi şartıyla bu ütünün tamamen yünlü
ürünlerde kullanılabileceği “he Woolmark Company Pty Ltd tarafından
onaylanmıştır R Woolmark ticari markası İngiltere İrlanda Hong Kong
ve Hindistanda bir sertifika markasıdır
Kompakt ProVelocity Teknolojisi
Bu teknoloji kırışıklıkları ortadan kaldırmak için diplere işleyen sürekli buhar
üretir ynı zamanda daha kolay depolama için cihazı geleneksel buhar
üreticilerine kıyasla daha kompakt ve hafif tutar
Ürüne genel bakış Şekil 
 Su besleme hortumu
 Buhar tetiğiBuhar püskürtücü
 Ütü hazır ışığı
 “aban
 Ütü platformu
 “aşıma kilidi açma düğmesi
 Sökülebilir su deposu
 Su besleme hortumu saklama bölmesi
 5işli elektrik kablosu
 Işıklı Kireç “emizleme düğmesi
 Türkçe

 6üç açık ışığı ve otomatik kapanma ışığı ile açmakapama düğmesi
 Işıklı ECO düğmesi
 kıllı Kireç “emizleme haznesi
Cihazın kullanıma hazırlanması
Kullanılabilir su türleri
Bu cihaz musluk suyu ile kullanılmak üzere tasarlanmıştır ncak yaşadığınız
bölgedeki suyun sert olması halinde kısa süre içinde kireç oluşumu
meydana gelebilir Bu nedenle cihazın kullanım ömrünü uzatmak için saf
veya demineralize su kullanmanız önerilir
Uyarı Suyun damlamasına ve kahverengi lekelere sebep
olabileceğinden ve cihazınıza zarar verebileceğinden parfümlü su
kurutma makinesinde biriken su sirke kola kireç çözücü
maddeler ütülemeye yardımcı ürünler kimyasal olarak kireçten
arındırılmış su veya başka kimyasallar kullanmayın
Su haznesinin doldurulması
Su haznesini her kullanımdan sonra veya su seviyesi minimum seviyenin
altına düştüğünde doldurun Su haznesini kullanım sırasında herhangi bir
zamanda doldurabilirsiniz
Su tankını tabandan çıkarın
Hazneyi MX seviyesine kadar doldurun

Türkçe

Su tankını cihaza önce alt kısmı cihaza takarak yeniden cihaza yerleştirin
Su haznesinin üst kısmını yerine tam oturana kadar itin klik sesi gelir
Cihazın kullanımı
Ütülenebilir kumaşlar
UyarıÜtülenmeyen kumaşları ütülemeyin
Bu simgeleri taşıyan kumaşlar ütülenebilirler örneğin keten pamuk
polyester ipek yün viskoz ve suni ipek
Bu simgeyi taşıyan kumaşlar ütülenmez Bu kumaşlara spandeks veya
elastan spandeks karışımlı kumaşlar ve poliolefinler örneğin
polipropilen dahildir Kumaşlardaki baskılar da ütülenmez
Ütüleme
Buhar kazanlı ütüyü sabit ve düz bir zemine yerleştirin
Not 6üvenli bir ütüleme işlemi için ütü tabanını her zaman sabit bir ütü
masasına yerleştirmenizi öneririz
Su haznesinde yeterince su olduğundan emin olun
 Türkçe